1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1975 Lancia Stratos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 10 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Stratos | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Stratos | Corona |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
